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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Edinburgh to Southampton, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Edinburgh to Southampton - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Edinburgh to Southampton to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton is January, where tickets cost $180 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets is $249 and $244 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Southampton?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Edinburgh to Southampton, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 70 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Edinburgh and Southampton per day?

Each day, there are between 2 and 7 nonstop flights that take off from Edinburgh and land in Southampton, with an average flight time of 1h 25m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 39 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Edinburgh and Southampton?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Edinburgh to Southampton?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Edinburgh at 6:45 am and will be landing in Southampton at 8:10 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Edinburgh to Southampton?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Edinburgh to Southampton jets off at 6:00 pm and lands at 7:25 pm.

Good to know

Low season

December

High season

September
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Southampton

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Southampton based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Edinburgh to Southampton

  • What's the best way to get to Edinburgh and Southampton airports?

    Edinburgh Airport is only about 6.5 miles from the city centre. The quickest way to get there is to catch a bus from Haymarket Station. The trip will take a little over 20min. To get from Southampton Airport to the city centre, you can catch a train that takes around 10min. Otherwise, take the bus and go the scenic route, which will get you to the Southampton Civic Centre in roughly 35min.

  • Can I get limited mobility assistance at the airport?

    Both airports have a limited mobility assistance service. They provide whatever help you need from when you arrive at the terminal entrance or the car park until you're physically in your seat on the plane. If you have a hidden disability, you can arrange a lanyard to help airport assistance staff identify you. Pre-book these services 48h before you arrive, either through your airline or travel agent.

  • Which airline is the most carbon-efficient on this route?

    Given that this is a relatively short domestic UK flight and that most energy is consumed during take-off and landing, there isn't much flying time during which to save on carbon emissions, relatively speaking. However, you can reduce your carbon flight footprint by about 2% if you book specific Loganair flights. Use our CO2 filters when you book through KAYAK to find these.

  • What UK cities does Southampton Airport serve?

    Southampton Airport is the main airport on the English south coast, serving all the cities in the region. These include two of the UK's traditionally favourite holiday destinations: Brighton and Bognor Regis. It's also the primary airport serving the famous harbour city of Portsmouth, as well as Bournemouth to the southwest. To the east, the airport serves travellers to and from Worthing.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Edinburgh and Southampton?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to Southampton?

    The Embraer ERJ-145 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Edinburgh to Southampton flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to Southampton?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Edinburgh and Southampton.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Edinburgh to Southampton?

    There are nonstop flights from Edinburgh to Southampton on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edinburgh to Southampton?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Edinburgh to Southampton.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edinburgh to Southampton?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Southampton from Edinburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Edinburgh to Southampton?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Southampton with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline. Booking your flights between Edinburgh and SOU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Edinburgh to Southampton?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Southampton from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from EDI to Southampton

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $138 or less one-way.
  • While you're waiting at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), you can get snacks at an M&S Simply Food outlet. There's also a WHSmith and a Luggage Point where you can get any travel essentials you need or forgot to pack.
  • If you want to grab a quick cup of coffee at Southampton Eastleigh Airport (SOU), head to the upper level. Here you'll find a Costa Coffee outlet, where you can also get a bite to eat if you're feeling peckish and haven't eaten on your flight.
  • Edinburgh Aiport has baby changing and children's bathroom cubicles if you're flying with a baby or very young children. While you're welcome to breastfeed anywhere in the terminal, there's a nursing room near Gate 21 if you prefer privacy.
  • You can draw cash at Southampton Airport by heading to the Arrivals Hall after you've collected your luggage. If your bank's cash machine isn't there, you'll find more in the main concourse. Airport staff can give directions to these and other facilities.
  • When you fly from Edinburgh to Southampton, you can relax in the BA lounge at Edinburgh Airport. You'll enjoy free Wi-Fi and complimentary food and drinks. It's near Gate 4. Check with the airline when you book for eligibility.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Edinburgh to Southampton?

Find which airlines fly direct from Turnhouse to Eastleigh, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Southampton Eastleigh

Monday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Friday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

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Nonstop returns

Southampton Eastleigh to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Friday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Blue Islands, British Airways, Loganair

Blue Islands, British Airways, +1 more

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Edinburgh - Southampton Flights

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